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Vinfast VF5 Spied testing in India

Posted on August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 by admin

Vinfast VF5 prototype front quarter static

We exclusively reported earlier this year that Vinfast is considering launching the VF5 SUV in India. Ahead of its arrival, a heavily camouflaged prototype has been spotted on our roads, hinting at the design of the India-spec version. When the VF5 arrives here, it’ll be positioned below the VF6 midsize electric SUV. Secondly, the Vietnamese carmaker is also expected to utilise a fleet version of the VF5 for its Green SM taxi service.

India-spec VF5 likely to have different soft parts compared to global-spec VF5.
VF5 expected to be available for private and fleet buyers like the VF MPV 7.

Vinfast VF5: What the spy shots revealed

While the overall silhouette of the prototype is largely similar to the global-spec VF5, there were differences spotted. The front-end of the prototype has a more upright look with a clamshell bonnet compared to the global-spec VF5’s more swooping nose. Headlamp units positioned lower down on the sides of the bumper suggest a split design. The headlamps themselves feature a revised look, suggesting that the India-spec VF5 would have a revised fascia in comparison to the global-spec version.

In profile, the mule sported a similar design for the glass house, black wheel arches, a black section on the C-pillar, and moulding on the lower sides of the doors to the global-spec VF5.

The rear end was spotted with a raked windscreen, while a concealed horizontal section on the tailgate suggests a connected LED tail-lamp setup with a look that differs from the global-spec VF5. Moreover, there was also a spoiler-mounted stop lamp, while the bumper lower down gets a curved look with horizontal reflectors and a hexagonal layout for the license plate.

Inside, the test mule had a completely different layout from the global-spec VF5. It had an all-black colour scheme, a two-spoke steering wheel, and cup holders on the centre console. Unlike the global-spec VF5, which has a dedicated instrument cluster, the prototype does without it and gets a large floating infotainment display, which is likely to be the main source of all information and functionality.

The India-spec VF5 is expected to be under 4 metres in length. For context, the global-spec VF5 is 3,967mm long, 1,723mm wide, 1,579mm high and has a 2,514mm wheelbase.

Vinfast VF5: Expected powertrain

The global-spec VF5 is offered with two battery packs. There’s a 29.6kWh battery pack paired to a front-mounted motor developing 95hp and 135Nm. Also, there’s a larger 37.23kWh battery pack mated with a front-mounted motor delivering 136hp and 135Nm. NEDC-claimed ranges for the 29.6kWh and 37.23kWh are 268km and 326km, respectively. It remains to be seen what is brought to India.

Vinfast VF5: Expected price

Expect the Vinfast VF5 to be priced in the ballpark of Rs 12 lakh. Once launched, it will take on the likes of the Tata Nexon EV (Rs 12.49 lakh to Rs 17.49 lakh) and the Mahindra XUV 3XO EV (Rs 13.89 lakh to Rs 14.96 lakh).

All prices are ex-showroom, India

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Tata Motors plans UK, Europe export push by FY28

Posted on August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 by admin

Tata Motors is preparing to expand into new overseas markets as part of its broader international growth strategy. Speaking during the company’s Q1 FY27 earnings call, Managing Director and CEO Shailesh Chandra said, “There will be either at the end of this financial year or maybe early next financial year we will open another big market.”

While the company has not officially named the market, Tata Motors has previously indicated that it is evaluating opportunities in the UK and Europe as part of its next phase of export expansion.

UK, Europe among Tata Motors’ identified focus regions
Exports to Australia and Malaysia also being explored
South Africa continues to drive current export growth

Tata Motors preparing next overseas expansion

Chandra said Tata Motors has identified several priority overseas markets over the next two to three years, covering both internal combustion engine and electric vehicle portfolios. “We have in the next two to three years some key focus markets identified… which would be ICE-focused markets as well as EV-focused markets,” Chandra said.

The comments build on Tata Motors’ earlier confirmation that it had begun preparations for a UK market entry. The company has already started work on vehicle certification and is preparing its sales and aftersales network, although it has not announced a launch timeline. Tata Motors has also not disclosed sales targets or investment plans for either the UK or Europe.

Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran had earlier said the company would deepen its presence in South Africa while exploring opportunities in Australia and Malaysia, adding that Tata Motors also plans to look more closely at the UK and Europe.

South Africa continues to drive export growth

While Tata Motors prepares for its next phase of international expansion, South Africa continues to drive the company’s current export growth. Tata Motors returned to the country’s passenger vehicle market in 2025 and currently sells the Punch, Curvv, Harrier and Tiago through its partnership with Motus Holdings.

Explaining the recent growth in exports, Chandra said, “This quarter will be equally strong because, as you know, we opened South Africa last year… Since then we have been expanding our product range as well as the number of outlets and dealerships.”

Tata Motors sold 2,408 passenger vehicles in international markets during the first quarter of FY27, up from 970 units in the corresponding period last year. Although exports have more than doubled, they still account for a small share of the company’s overall passenger vehicle volumes.

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Posted on August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 by admin

Market news : बाजार के लिए मिले-जुले संकेत हैं। गिफ्ट निफ्टी में हल्की नरमी देखने को मिल रही है। FIIs की कैश और वायदा मिलाकर 720 करोड़ की बिकवाली देखने को मिली है। FIIs की नेट शॉर्ट पोजिशन भी बढ़ी है। उधर स्ट्रेट ऑफ हॉर्मुज का मुद्दा सुलझाने की डिप्लोमैटिक कोशिशों की बीच कच्चे तेल में करीब दो फीसदी की गिरावट आई है। इसके भाव 87 डॉलर के नीचे आ गए हैं।

यहां हम आपके लिए तमाम समाचार प्लेटफॉर्मों पर चल रही आज की ऐसी अहम खबरों की एक सूची जारी कर रहें हैं जो भारतीय और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय बाजारों को प्रभावित कर सकते हैं।

मार्केट ओवरव्यू

13 अगस्त को उतार-चढ़ाव भरे सेशन में निचले स्तरों पर खरीदारी से बेंचमार्क इंडेक्स दिन के निचले स्तरों से उबर कर लगभग सपाट बंद हुए। निफ्टी 24,400 के स्तर के आसपास बंद हुआ। बैंकिंग,मेटल और फार्मा शेयरों में बिकवाली के दबाव की भरपाई FMCG,ITऔर रियल्टी शेयरों में खरीदारी से काफी हद तक हो गई। कारोबारी सेशन के अंत में सेंसेक्स 113.61 अंक या 0.15% बढ़कर 78,079.96 पर बंद हुआ। जबकि निफ्टी 40.10 अंक या 0.16% गिरकर 24,395.85 पर बंद हुआ। ब्रॉडर मार्केट ने बेहतर प्रदर्शन किया और निफ्टी मिडकैप व स्मॉलकैप,दोनों इंडेक्स मामूली बढ़त के साथ बंद हुए।

अमेरिकी बाजारों में अच्छी तेजी, एशिया में भी रौनक

टेक शेयरों में खरीदारी से अमेरिकी बाजारों में कल अच्छी तेजी दिखी। S&P 500 नए शिखर पर पहुंच गया। डाओ जोंस भी इंट्राडे में 54000 के ऊपर निकल गया। मेटा, माइक्रॉन और Netflix जैसे शेयरों में अच्छी खरीदारी से नैस्डैक ने आउटपरफॉर्म किया। उधर सुबह एशियाई बाजारों में भी रौनक देखने को मिली कोस्पी और निक्केई में करीब एक फीसदी की बढ़त के साथ कारोबार हो रहा है।

सोने और चांदी की तेजी पर ब्रेक, US बॉन्ड यील्ड में भी नरमी

फेडरल रिजर्व की ओर से सितंबर में ब्याज बढ़ोतरी की उम्मीदें कम होने से सोने और चांदी की तेजी पर ब्रेक लगा है। कल के शिखर से सोने और चांदी में तीन फीसदी की गिरावट आई है। उधर अमेरिकी बॉन्ड यील्ड में भी नरमी दिखी है। डॉलर इंडेक्स 100 के करीब आ गया है।

टाटा मोटर्स PV के नतीजे मिलेजुले

टाटा मोटर्स PV के पहली तिमाही के नतीजे मिलेजुले रहे हैं। JLR के कमजोर प्रदर्शन के बावजूद आय 9 फीसदी बढ़ी है। लेकिन ऊंची रॉ मटेरियल कॉस्ट से मार्जिन 230 बेसिस प्वाइंट्स घटकर 6.5% पर रहे हैं। कंपनी को इस अवधि में 150 करोड़ का फॉरेक्स घाटा भी हुआ है। कंपनी के मैनेजमेंट ने कहा है कि EV मांग बढ़ने से कुल घरेलू डिमांड बहुत मजबूत रही है।

मैक्स फाइनेंशियल के Q1 नतीजे अच्छे

पहली तिमाही में मैक्स फाइनेंशियल ने अच्छे नतीजे पेश किए हैं। VNB यानी वैल्यू फॉर न्यू बिजनेस में उम्मीद से ज्यादा 33 फीसदी का उछाल देखने को मिला है। VNB मार्जिन भी अनुमान अधिक 20.1फीसदी से बढ़कर 23 फीसदी के पार निकल गया है। वहीं, इसकी AUM 2 लाख करोड़ रुपए पर पहुंच गई है।

वायदा की 8 कंपनियों के नतीजे आज

अशोक लेलैंड,वोल्टास,NMDC समेत वायदा की 8 कंपनियों के नतीजे आज आएंगे। वोल्टास का मुनाफा 59 फीसदी बढ़ सकता है। मार्जिन में भी सुधार की उम्मीद है।

पीरामल फार्मा में 1750 करोड़ रुपए की ब्लॉक डील संभव

पीरामल फार्मा में आज बड़ी ब्लॉक डील हो सकती है। 6% हिस्सेदारी के लिए 1750 करोड़ का सौदा हो सकता है।

रेयर अर्थ मैग्नेट मैन्युफैक्चरिंग स्कीम को अच्छा रिस्पॉस

सरकार की 7,280 करोड़ रुपए की रेयर अर्थ मैग्नेट मैन्युफैक्चरिंग स्कीम को अच्छा रिस्पॉन्स मिला है। इसमें L&T और कोल इंडिया समेत 20 कंपनियों ने बोली लगाई है। इस योजना के जरिए हर साल 6,000 मीट्रिक टन इंटीग्रेटेड रेयर अर्थ परमानेंट मैग्नेट (Integrated Rare Earth Permanent Magnet) बनाने की क्षमता विकसित करने का लक्ष्य है।

FII और DII फंड फ्लो

FIIs ने लगातार दूसरे सेशन में भी बिकवाली जारी रखी और 510 करोड़ रुपये के शेयर बेचे,जबकि DIIs ने भारतीय इक्विटी मार्केट में खरीदारी का सिलसिला तीसरे दिन भी जारी रखा और 4,353 करोड़ रुपये के शेयर खरीदे।

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Mahindra BE 07 spied, offers clearest look yet at exterior design

Posted on August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by admin

Spied Mahindra BE 07 front quarter static

Mahindra’s upcoming BE 07 electric SUV has been spotted testing again, this time offering the clearest look yet at its exterior design. The latest test mule appears to feature a close-to-production version of the exterior design, while also providing a brief glimpse of the cabin.

The front lighting elements and retractable door handles can be seen
Three screens on the dashboard can also be spotted

Mahindra BE 07 spied: What could be seen?

The front lighting and Mercedes-like retractable handles can be seen

Image source: @AutoVerseByShrey on YouTube

Despite the heavy camouflage, the latest spy shots provide a clearer look at the BE 07’s exterior design. At the front, the SUV features slim LED DRLs, which are expected to resemble the C-shaped units seen on the BE 6. The headlights are positioned vertically beneath the DRLs. As expected of an EV, the grille is largely blanked off, while air inlets in the lower section of the bumper help cool the internal components. The lower bumper also features two distinct crevices, which could house the BE 07’s fog lamps.

In profile, one of the most interesting details is the set of retractable door handles, which appear to draw inspiration from those seen on more premium Mercedes-Benz models. The BE 07 also gets aero-optimised alloy wheels, along with heavily creased cladding around the wheel arches and along the lower section of the body. The outside rear-view mirrors (ORVMs) also feature camera pods, confirming a surround-view camera system.

The rear design of the BE 07 EV could also be seen with makeshift taillights generally associated with an early test mule. The rear wiper is expected to be positioned such that it is hidden under the rear spoiler of the production model. A prominent bulge on the tailgate and the simple rear bumper can also be seen.

A triple-screen layout on the dashboard could be seen

A previous test mule sported a triple-screen setup on the dashboard, which is also present in the recently spied prototype. Other expected elements likely to be present on the production-spec model include a modern-looking steering wheel with an illuminated ‘BE’ logo, multicolour ambient lighting, a glass roof with illuminated elements, a wireless phone charger and a 5-seat configuration.

Mahindra BE 07: Other details

Expected to borrow the BE 6’s platform and battery options

The Mahindra BE 07 is expected to go on sale in 2027. It will be based on the INGLO platform, which also underpins the BE 6, XEV 9e and XEV 9S. It is likely to use the same 59kWh and 79kWh battery packs as the BE 6, although its larger size and body are expected to result in a slightly lower claimed range. The BE 07 will rival the Mahindra XEV 9e, VinFast VF7, Tata Harrier EV and BYD Atto 3.

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BGauss OoWah MAX Plus launched at Rs 1.23 lakh

Posted on August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by admin

EV manufacturer BGauss has launched the new OoWah MAX Plus scooter as part of their EV Pop which will sit above the existing OoWah EX. The brand says the scooter’s design and features have been centered around making urban commutes easier and that the model is aimed at first-time and young EV buyers.

Same motor as the OoWah EX, but a 0.7kWh bigger battery
Comes bundled with a 750W charger

What’s new on the OoWah MAX Plus

Essentially, the removable battery and colourways

The MAX Plus continues with the brand’s PMSM hub motor with 2.4kWh peak power (1.5kWh continuous), but a larger 3kWH LFP battery. The battery is rated by ARAI for 145km range, and it’s removable for charging at home. Despite the increase in size, top speed remains capped at a claimed 60kph. The battery is also CAN-enabled (Controller Area Network) which the brand says will allow it to continuously communicate with the vehicle. Both the motor and the battery are rated for IP67. It’s worth mentioning that BGauss previously had a MAX scooter that had the same but non-removable 3kWh battery. Besides that, the MAX Plus gains a reverse assist and a distance to empty indicator into the instrument cluster.

Going back to the scooter, the brand is bundling a 750W charger at no extra cost. With it, the scooter is rated to charge from 0-80 percent in 3 hours and 30 minutes, with 0-100 percent taking 4 hours and 55 minutes. Note that according to the spec sheet on BGauss website, with a 1350W charger the scooter can charge to 100 percent in 2 hours and 50 minutes, although details on the charger’s cost or availability are unclear. Dimensions for the scooter remain the same, with an accessible 765mm seat height and 160mm ground clearance, but the kerb weight has gone up to 104kg (compared to 97kg for the EX). The under seat storage is 21 litres.

Elsewhere too things remain the same with all LED lighting, drum brakes, CBS, and convenience features like limp home mode, USB charging, and the same warranties (3 years/36,000km for the vehicle and charger; 3 years/50,000km for the battery). The warranties are extendable up to 5 years/75,000km.

BGauss has priced the OoWah MAX Plus at Rs 1.23 lakh (ex-showroom) and the scooter is available in Emerald Shadow, Jamun Punch, Tangy Toma, and Zesty Red colours. The OoWah EX also continues to be available at Rs 94,990 (ex-showroom) and now has the same four colour options.

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What to expect from Mahindra Scorpio N pickup ahead of its debut?

Posted on August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by admin

Mahindra Scorpio N pickup front and rear designs

Mahindra is gearing up for its 2026 Independence Day event, where it will reveal a Scorpio N-based pickup and some new BE 6 EV iterations. The pickup is the production version of the 2023 Mahindra Global Pik Up concept, and the teaser reveals it will borrow a lot from the Scorpio N SUV. Here’s everything you can expect from the Mahindra Scorpio N-based pickup ahead of its debut tomorrow.

1. When will the Mahindra Scorpio N pickup launch in India

Mahindra will reveal it at its upcoming Independence Day event

2023 Mahindra Global Pik Up concept shown for representational purposes only.

Mahindra recently teased the Scorpio N-based pickup, revealing that the production models will debut on August 14 at its Independence Day event. The Mahindra Scorpio N-based pickup could launch in the coming months.

2. What is the expected price of the Mahindra Scorpio N pickup?

Expected to be priced in the Rs 16 lakh-26 lakh range

The upcoming Scorpio N-based pickup is expected to be priced between Rs 16 lakh and Rs 26 lakh, around a few lakh rupees more than the Scorpio N SUV.

3. What will the production version of the Mahindra Scorpio N pickup be called?

Mahindra could call it the Scorpio X, a name it trademarked in 2024

Mahindra trademarked the ‘Scorpio-X’ name in 2024, but has not used it since. Given that the upcoming pickup is based on the Scorpio N, the unused trademark could be used for the pickup.

4. What engine options will the Mahindra Scorpio N pickup offer?

Mahindra could offer it with the same engines as the Scorpio N SUV

Scorpio N’s 2.0-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol engine shown for representational purposes only.

While the technical details of the Scorpio N-based pickup are still under wraps, it will share the ladder-frame chassis and mechanicals with the Scorpio N SUV, including the petrol and diesel options. For reference, the Scorpio N gets a choice between a 2.0-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol engine paired with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. It produces 203hp and up to 380Nm, depending on the gearbox. It also gets a 2.2-litre direct-injection diesel engine, paired with the same manual and automatic transmission options, producing up to 175hp and 400Nm, depending on the transmission option.

5. Will the Mahindra Scorpio N pickup be a 4×4 model?

A 4WD Scorpio N-based pickup is expected alongside a 2WD version

As the upcoming Mahindra Scorpio N-based pickup would borrow the SUV’s mechanicals, a four-wheel-drive (4WD) option is expected to be available as well alongside a 2WD choice. Currently, the Scorpio N gets this 4×4 setup, with both transmission options for the 2.2-litre diesel engine.

6. What are the design changes on the Mahindra Scorpio N pickup?

Will get slimmer headlights, a large truck bed and C-shaped tail lights

The teaser video revealed a glimpse of the upcoming pickup, showing some exterior and interior details. Outside, the Scorpio N-based pickup will get a different set of LED headlights with L-shaped LED DRLs, a distinct grille with honeycomb mesh elements and a revised design for the rear doors. To accommodate the larger truck bed at the rear, Mahindra could offer the pickup with a wheelbase larger than the Scorpio N’s 2,750mm. It will also get slimmer C-shaped LED taillights, and the tailgate will feature embossed ‘Mahindra’ lettering.

Will get a larger infotainment system, a new steering wheel and Level-2 ADAS

Mahindra Scorpio N pickup teaser details

Inside, a larger portrait-oriented touchscreen infotainment system and rotary dials for the dual-zone climate controls will be offered in the Scorpio N-based pickup. A chunkier 3-spoke steering wheel, inspired by the Vision T prototype, and a digital driver’s display with the same UI as the current Scorpio N, could also be spotted. Mahindra will also offer it with Level-2 ADAS, semi-automatic parking assistance, 5G-based connected-car technology, and a sunroof, as announced at the Global Pik Up concept’s 2023 unveiling.

7. Which models will the Mahindra Scorpio N pickup rival in India

The upcoming Mahindra pickup will rival the Hilux and V-Cross

The Mahindra Scorpio N-based pickup will rival the Toyota Hilux and Isuzu V-Cross, which are priced from Rs 31.99 lakh and Rs 25.50 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively. In Mahindra’s lineup, it will be positioned above the Bolero Camper, priced from Rs 10.10 lakh to Rs 10.86 lakh (ex-showroom).

Prices are ex-showroom, India.

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Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq interior leaked

Posted on August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by admin

The Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq has been exclusively spied by us ahead of its full reveal on August 15, giving us an early look at what the new trim will offer on the inside. Mahindra had teased the Sporteq earlier this week, but revealed only a few details.

Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq spy shot details

As reported earlier, the Sporteq version will get a passenger display, completing its three-screen setup; a similar arrangement is already seen in the Mahindra XEV 9e and XEV 9S. The BE 6 currently gets a dual-screen setup as standard, which will continue on the lower trims. The triple-screen setup is likely to be exclusive to the Sporteq.

Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq dashboard (left), current BE 6 dashboard (right).

The teaser from before also showed a new black-and-tan colour scheme for the seats and dashboard, although these areas were mostly hidden. The fresh spy shots give a clearer look, and the colour scheme is applied not only on the dashboard and seats, but even on the door cards.

Mahindra Sporteq centre console (left), current BE 6 centre console (right).

Another major change is the redesigned dashboard, which drops the halo-like loop around the driver. The current design has an ergonomic drawback, as it leaves little room for a second cup holder. The spy shots, however, show that another cup holder has now been added. The halo loop also made the wireless charger and USB Type-C ports difficult to reach from the passenger side, an issue we noted in our BE 6 review. These changes are likely to address that as well.

Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq battery pack and range expectations

The BE 6 Sporteq is expected to remain largely unchanged from the regular model. It remains to be seen whether it will be available with both the 59kWh and 79kWh battery packs or, as a top-spec trim, only with the larger battery. Both versions use a rear electric motor producing up to 286hp and 380Nm, while the larger battery is said to offer a range of up to 682km on a single charge.

The BE 6 already has a long list of features, and these updates could further strengthen its appeal against midsize SUV rivals such as the Tata Sierra EV and Hyundai Creta Electric. The Mahindra BE 6 is currently priced between Rs 18.90 lakh and Rs 26.90 lakh, and a small price increase is likely with these updates. For reference, the Sierra EV is priced from Rs 18.79 lakh to Rs 25.99 lakh, while the Creta Electric costs between Rs 18.03 lakh and Rs 23.67 lakh.

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MG’s new 7-seat electric SUV to be called Hector Tomahawk

Posted on August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by admin

JSW MG has teased its upcoming new SUV for India, which is to be called the Hector Tomahawk, our sources have indicated. The official launch date is set for August 26, 2026. Sold as the Wuling Eksion in the Indonesian market, the upcoming Hector Tomahawk will sit atop JSW MG’s new ADAPT (Advanced Drive Architecture Platform Technology) platform. The Hector Tomahawk will be launched as a fully electric model first, and will be slotted above the Hector in the brand’s line-up in India.

Teaser confirms rectangular headlamps, signature LED DRLs, a panoramic sunroof and more
Will be offered in EV guise first; PHEV could arrive later
Seating for 7 occupants; bench-style second row

JSW MG Hector Tomahawk exterior design

The teaser offers a few important design details on the outside of this upcoming MG SUV

The official teaser confirms the rectangular LED headlamps first seen in spy shots. It also reveals details like the twin-element LED DRLs (daytime running lights) at the front and rear of the Hector Tomahawk. Observable details here also include the silver-finished alloy wheels, black plastic cladding under the doors, pronounced front fenders, pull-type door handles, prominent roof rails and wraparound LED tail-lamps. It’s clear from the teaser that the Hector Tomahawk sports chrome garnish along the windowline, plus a relatively flat roofline that leads to a roof spoiler.

In terms of dimensions, the JSW MG Hector Tomahawk is likely to have similar dimensions as the Wuling Eksion 7-seater that’s sold in Indonesia. For reference, the latter measures 4,745mm in length, 1,850mm in width, 1,755mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,9810mm. Its two-tone exterior colour options are likely to be offered in our market, too.

JSW MG Hector Tomahawk interior design and features

Apart from the exterior, the brand’s latest teaser also confirms a few details upcoming Hector Tomahawk’s interior. For starters, we now know that there will be 7 seats on offer, with a bench-style arrangement for the second row. The teaser also shows a beige colour theme for this cabin, along with a panoramic sunroof as part of the equipment that’ll be on offer. While more details are to be confirmed, the Hector Tomahawk EV could share much of the rest of its design and feature set with the Wuling Eksion. This means a minimalistic cabin with physical switchgear on and behind the two-spoke steering wheel, on the centre console and the doors.

Depending on the trim level, the equipment on offer include a powered tailgate, leatherette upholstery, powered and ventilated front seats, a 12.8-inch touch-infotainment head unit, an 8.8-inch digital driver’s display, a 50-watt wireless charger, automatic climate control with AC vents for the second and third rows, a 360-degree camera system, an electronic parking brake, six airbags, and an ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) suite, among others.

JSW MG Hector Tomahawk powertrain details

ADAPT platform supports battery-electric, plug-in hybrid, range-extender and strong-hybrid powertrains

While JSW MG is likely to reveal the Hector Tomahawk PHEV (plug-in hybrid) on August 26 as well, the brand’s teaser suggests that the ADAPT-based SUV will be introduced in its EV avatar first. The fully electric version of the Wuling Eksion EV that’s available in Indonesia is equipped with a single front-mounted electric motor that generates 201hp and 310Nm, allowing a claimed top speed of 160kph. It’s backed by a 69.2kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery pack with a CLTC (China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle) range of up to 530km.

The Hector Tomahawk PHEV is also likely to share its powertrain setup with its Eksion counterpart. For reference, the latter comes with a single electric motor that produces up to 195hp and 230Nm on its own, while the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine puts out 105hp and 130Nm. There’s also a 20.5kWh battery pack in the equation, and the maximum all-electric range of the Eksion PHEV is a claimed 125km. JSW MG’s ADAPT platform is capable of supporting battery-electric, plug-in hybrid, range-extender and strong-hybrid powertrains.

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Ultraviolette registers highest monthly sales yet in July 2026

Posted on August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by admin

Multiple Ultraviolette F77 bikes inside the factory

Since their inception, Ultraviolette Automotive has been focussed on the premium end of the EV two-wheeler market with their products prices from Rs 2.49 lakh to Rs 4.59 lakh, a challenge for high sales numbers. However, with the changing winds in the ICE world, Ultraviolette looks to have turned a corner for the better. With almost no direct competition, this shouldn’t be a surprise, but it’s noteworthy regardless.

Ultraviolette registers 406 percent increase in sales YoY
BaaS and more versatile X-47 model looks to have helped this
Ultraviolette has two more lower price models in the works

Largest EV motorcycle monthly sales in July 2026

Only behind Revolt and Oben

As per the retail sales data on the Vaahan portal, Ultraviolette Automotive has delivered 694 units in July 2026, a 406 percent increase compared to last year. Till July 2026, the brand has sold 3200 vehicles, the best since the brand was founded in 2023. Although the increase in sales numbers could be attributed to them offering more products, it’s hard not to consider this a sign of premium motorcycle buyers now trusting EV motorcycles more.

The brand is showing no signs of slowing down either. Already present in 40 locations across India, the brand intends to increase that number to 100 by the end of 2026. It’s worth mentioning that they had recently opened their first showroom in the North east, in Aizwal, Mizoram. The focussed efforts from the brand should help them finish the year on a high note, considering the upcoming festive season.

If we consider the sales numbers of other EV manufacturers who sell motorcycles, the brands ahead of Ultraviolette are Revolt Motors (6,876 units so far in 2026) and Oben Electric (3,347 units so far in 2026). However, it should be noted that Ultraviolette operates at a considerably higher premium level compared to these two brands. Other EV manufacturers who currently offer EV motorcycles in their lineup are Ola, KLB Komaki, Matter Motor Works, Okaya EV, Wardwizard Innovations, and the latest entrant Royal Enfield with their Flying Flea sub brand.

In addition to their current lineup of four motorcycles (F77 Mach 2, F77 Superstreet, X-47, and X-47 Desert Wing), Ultraviolette is also preparing to launch their first-ever scooter, the Tesseract, and an off-roader, the Shockwave. The Shockwave, starting at Rs 1.75 lakh, is aimed at eco-friendly and efficient city commutes and short weekend, adventure-focussed rides. The Tesseract on the other hand is expected to be priced at Rs 1.45 lakh with a claimed 261km IDC range and a top speed of 125kph. Deliveries for the Shockwave were previously supposed to start in Q2 2026 (we’re currently in Q3), and the Tesseract delivery has been delayed to Q1 of 2027.

What made this possible for Ultraviolette

The brand has upcoming challenges and opportunities

The two biggest factors that look to have helped the brand increase their numbers are the BaaS option from the brand for all their motorcycles and of course, the uncertainty surrounding ICE vehicles at the moment. The brand, however, is also looking to improve their existing international presence. Speaking to Autocar Professional, the CEO Narayan Subramaniam said “India is a key market but we were clear right at the start that we need to take this brand global. Europe is critical because it has amongst the most stringent certification processes. While the F-77 has been certified for sale in Europe, certification for the X-47 is at an advanced stage, and the bike should hit the European market this year as well. At present, we are in about 10 countries across Europe, including Germany, France, the UK, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium and Italy.”

With their current momentum and the upcoming favourable winds, the brand is looking to increase their numbers and subsequently their market share further. The only other player currently capable to take them head on, surprisingly, is Royal Enfield, who started selling their Flying Flea C6 in April 2026 with a Scrambler-like S6 on the way; but, their sales numbers are much lower with the brand selling a total of 124 units till July 2026. That said, the Flying Flea C6 is currently available only in Bengaluru.

Developments on the EV motorcycle space have been slow mainly because customers are expected to pay higher prices for a less capable machine for the money, especially compared to their ICE counterparts. The EV two-wheeler market has so far been carried forward by scooters. As such, EV motorcycles doing even a small fraction of the 13 million vehicle sales done by ICE two-wheelers should be phenomenal, and assuming Ultraviolette Automotive continues to make the right moves, it should remain a key name in the field.

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Mercedes-Benz India unveils AI-powered car scanner for servicing

Posted on August 12, 2026August 12, 2026 by admin

Mercedes-Benz India unveils AI-powered car scanner for servicing

Mercedes-Benz India has revealed an AI-powered device that enables quicker vehicle inspection upon entry to its service centre. Dubbed the XENTRY Scanner, the service debuted at the brand’s newly established centre by Landmark Cars in Jogeshwari, Mumbai.

Mercedes’ first AI-powered car scanning system arrives at its largest workshop in Mumbai.
Uses a 360-degree camera system to identify damage on a car’s exterior.
Service Select debuts as a new scheme for older Mercedes vehicles.

Currently, the scanner is the only one of its kind in India at this service centre, which spans around 58,000 sq. ft., making it the brand’s largest in Mumbai. This facility consists of 16 preventive maintenance and general repair bays, 9 body and paint bays and 9 supporting bays, supported by a dedicated 6,000 sq. ft. spare-parts area.

How does Mercedes’ XENTRY Car Scanner work?

The brand calls it an MRI scanner for its cars

As the car enters the workshop, it is made to pass through the XENTRY scanner. The scanner utilises a 360-degree high-resolution camera system comprising 13 cameras and a LiDAR sensor. Images of the car are captured and analysed across four categories: body, underbody, windshield and tyres. The system captures 150 images within 3 to 5 seconds and then transmits the data to the Mercedes-Benz cloud.

Artificial intelligence then comes into play, identifying every kind of damage on the car’s exterior, even the ones that aren’t visible to the naked eye. It also provides in-depth tyre information, including their health, tread depth and braking performance. To maintain privacy, the system does not capture images of the driver. The findings are added directly to the job card of the particular car without manual entry, enabling better co-ordinated workshop processes. Mercedes says the process is entirely paperless, reducing walking distances, waiting times and paperwork that traditionally accompanied service reception.

Speaking about the thinking behind such initiatives, Mr Santosh Iyer, MD and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India said, “Productivity has to be the core. Reason being, from a real estate perspective, you need to turn cars around faster, while initiatives like the car scanner are more of a productivity enhancement. But on the customer side too, they expect the car to be turned around quickly, which is a pure mobility requirement for the customer.”

Through AI, external wear and tear is automatically detected by the XENTRY car scanner.

Next, a service advisor receives all the information on a tablet and informs the customer of a detailed list of vehicle wear and tear. It is then up to the customer to approve servicing of the concerned parts on the spot. The brand claims that a digital record of service status eliminates the need for manual inspections by the customer.

Interestingly, Landmark’s own internal research points to a shift in service revenue coming from EV adoption growth. “Landmark did a study of the service cost of EV versus ICE. Over the last six months, they’ve seen that the cost is the same in terms of maintenance. But this isn’t coming from maintenance; it’s coming from the body shop. More of the latter is done on EVs compared to ICE cars, said Mr Iyer.

At around 58,000 sq ft, the Landmark Cars workshop in Jogeshwari is the brand’s largest in Mumbai.

India now adds to the list of countries to offer Mercedes’ XENTRY scanner. Previously, the tech was available in international markets like Germany, Italy, Korea, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Turkey. Furthermore, Mercedes-Benz plans to expand to more than 20 ‘world-class’ luxury outlets in 2026 in India, supported by an investment of more than Rs 450 crore by franchise partners over the next two years.

Mercedes Service Select: A service plan for older Mercedes vehicles

While Mercedes-Benz provides a standard 3-year warranty on new cars, it has also introduced a new service scheme for older vehicles. Called ‘Service Select’, Mercedes cars 7 years or older are eligible for this service. The scheme enables up to 25 percent savings for periodic service and brake care, a 2-year warranty on spare parts, benefits of its ‘Mobilio Lite’ service facility, and residual value protection of the vehicle.

With inputs from Hormazd Sorabjee